Why Do You Need a Power of Attorney?

Russell MayerSeptember 13, 2018

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What exactly is a power of attorney, and when would it come into play?

Russell Mayer, a Senior Partner at Livnat Mayer & Company, explains what a power of attorney (POA) is and when people would typically need to use one. A power of attorney gives someone else the authority to handle your affairs in the event you can’t. There are several different types of power of attorney, and knowing which is the most appropriate can be complicated. In fact, Americans who recently moved to Israel may be surprised to find that an American power of attorney will not be recognized in Israel.

There’s more to know about receiving an inheritance, other than getting cash!

During September every episode is focusing on a different aspect of receiving an inheritance. Today’s episode focuses on what happens if you inherit an (Individual Retirement Account). Taking money out of a beneficiary IRA can have tax consequences so before you use the funds consult with a tax advisor, and before you invest the funds, consult with your investment advisor, as some types of investments may not be appropriate for an IRA. Doug explains what you should do if you inherit an IRA or need to handle any assets domiciled in the U.S.

If you need a little help getting your inheritance paperwork form in order, here is a free checklist to keep you on track!

Russell is a co-author in Doug’s latest book The Inheritance Book. You can buy the book at GoldsteinonGelt.com/books. If you buy it, send us a copy of your receipt, and we’ll send you free access to would Doug’s most recent webinar.

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